Women's Basketball | 10.25.2022

LEWISTON, Idaho – LC State Women's Basketball coach Brian Orr announced the first signing from the class of 2023 in local product Grace Beardin. The Orofino, Idaho, native will graduate from Orofino High School this spring.
 
Beardin has averaged more than 10 points and seven rebounds per game through her first three years of high school basketball.
 
"We are really excited to be adding Grace to our women's basketball team," Orr said. "Grace has been coming to our girls' basketball camps for years and we always thought she was going to be a Warrior. One of our recruiting goals with this class is try to get more athletic and Grace definitely checks that box. The first thing that impresses is her motor; she plays extremely hard and can be a relentless defender. Grace is a versatile player who can score both inside and out. She has the ability to run the floor and will fit well in our play-faster system."
 
Beardin was voted first-team all-league three time and helped the Maniacs to the State play-in game in 2020. She also competed in volleyball and track and field. The 5-11 power forward was voted first-team all-league and All-State in volleyball.
 
"It's a big jump from competing in the Central Idaho League to trying to play college basketball," Orr explained. "However, Grace possesses a high basketball IQ, a real passion for the game, and we think she has the potential to become a special player at LC State. For certain, we are adding a great person to our program." 
 
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